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What is the DE&S Engineering Degree Apprenticeship?
Join Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) to support the UK Armed Forces by delivering cutting-edge equipment and technology. This five-year programme offers hands-on experience as you complete several work-based training placements whilst completing the BEng Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering in preparation for engineering roles within current and future defence programmes. You’ll work in a hugely collaborative environment to ensure that DE&S continues to deliver the very best equipment to the front line.
What you’ll need
To apply for this scheme, you’ll need:
- Five GCSEs at grade 4-9 (C to A*) including English Language, Maths and a Science
and either:
- Three A Levels including Maths, a Science, and one other (excluding general studies), at a minimum of C,C,C
or
- A BTEC national diploma in Engineering equivalent to a minimum 96 UCAS Points
or
- A minimum of 96 UCAS points in relevant Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths subjects
Please read our CV guidance before applying for this apprenticeship – Apprenticeship and Graduate Scheme CV Guidance.
What you’ll do
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Full time college attendance for initial 10 months, learning core engineering skills.
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Practical, vocational, and academic training towards an engineering BEng.
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Technical focused placements in Bristol Abbey Wood delivery teams
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Opportunities to visit industry partner or other military sites
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Read more about the scheme here: DE&S Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
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What our learners say about working for DE&S
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Course frequently asked questions
Yes. Should you require support with the application process you can contact our Entry Talent team at deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk
DE&S is currently operating a Smarter Working Policy, where hybrid working may be available depending on your placement/project.
However, we cannot specifically advise in advance of you joining the organisation. It could mean being situated in office three times a week, or twice a month. We strongly encourage face-to-face collaboration to network with your peers and gain further experience.
You will be able to discuss your daily working hours with your Delivery Manager on starting.
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a place to those who do not meet the entry requirements for the scheme.
Please contact our Entry Talent team at deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk
